Bulldogs Bite Back in a Close Encounter at E. A. Diddle Arena
In a tightly contested battle at E. A. Diddle Arena, the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs edged out the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers with a final score of 90-84. The Bulldogs now stand with an impressive record of 1-0, while the Hilltoppers fall to 0-1.
The Bulldogs showcased their offensive capabilities by maintaining a field goal percentage of 48 and converting an exceptional 55 percent from beyond the arc. Their free throw accuracy was also notable, as they hit 78 percent from the line. With such shooting efficiency, they accumulated a total of 90 points against their opponents.
Louisiana Tech's defense was just as formidable; they tallied five blocks and seven steals over the course of play, demonstrating their ability to disrupt Western Kentucky's offensive flow. The team's rebounding efforts were robust as well, pulling down 36 boards – with particular strength on defensive rebounds where they collected 27 compared to Western Kentucky's total rebound count of 35.
A key factor in Louisiana Tech's victory was their ability to capitalize on turnovers; they scored an impressive total of 18 points off turnovers while committing only twelve themselves throughout the game.
The Bulldogs' teamwork shone through with thirteen assists that helped dismantle Western Kentucky’s defense and maintain control over the game flow. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood at a solid ratio of approximately one point zero eight (1.08), indicating efficient ball handling and decision-making under pressure.
Western Kentucky put up a valiant fight despite falling short in this conference game showdown – scoring most notably from second-chance opportunities where they notched fourteen points and keeping within striking distance until the end.
As for individual performances, several players stepped up for Louisiana Tech but it was truly a collective effort that secured them this hard-fought victory away from home soil.
Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another exciting matchup as Louisiana Tech prepares to host Sam Houston Bearkats at Thomas Assembly Center in Ruston on March seventh at seven PM Central Time (7:00 PM CT). This upcoming contest will be broadcasted live on CBS Sports Network for supporters unable to attend in person.